South Thailand

Travel Guide

Hin Ta and Hin Yai featuring general coastal views
Phang Nga featuring a bay or harbor, a coastal town and boating
Phuket - Phang Nga which includes rugged coastline, a beach and a bay or harbor
Koh Samui featuring boating, general coastal views and forest scenes
Karon Beach featuring boating, a sunset and general coastal views

South Thailand Travel Guide Video

Where to stay in South Thailand

Ao Phra Nang Beach which includes a garden and a luxury hotel or resort

Ao Nang

If you're spending some time in Ao Nang, Ao Nang Beach and Ao Nang Landmark Night Market are top sights worth seeing.

Ao Nang
West Railay Beach showing swimming, a sandy beach and tropical scenes

Railay Beach

A noteworthy feature of Railay Beach is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out West Railay Beach and East Railay Beach.

Railay Beach
Old Phuket Town

Old Phuket Town

4/5(37 area reviews)

Historical interest abounds in this area, with Sino-Portuguese buildings lining the streets and old structures transformed into shops, hotels, and museums. Explore main streets like Thalang and Phang Nga for a unique experience.

Old Phuket Town
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Chaweng City Center

4.5/5(104 area reviews)

Chaweng City Center is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Chaweng Beach and Central Festival Samui Shopping Center, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Bophut.

Chaweng City Center
Krabi Town which includes night scenes and a river or creek

Downtown Krabi

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the hot springs and festivals in Downtown Krabi. You might want to make time for a stop at Krabi Town Weekend Night Market or Wat Kaew Korawaram.

Downtown Krabi
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Nong Thale

Nong Thale is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Tubkaek Beach and Khlong Muang Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Krabi.

Nong Thale
Paradox Resort Phuket
Paradox Resort Phuket
5 out of 5
509 Patak Road, Karon Beach, Karon, Phuket
The price is SAR 631 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8
SAR 631
SAR 748 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Karon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"A little haven of tranquility"

Reviewed on 24 February 2025

Paradox Resort Phuket
Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort
Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort
4 out of 5
198 8-9 TAWEEWONG ROAD PATONG, Patong
The price is SAR 504 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
SAR 504
SAR 598 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Patong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (939 reviews)
"Nice pool and its surroundings. The buffet breakfast has lots of good choices including omelette station, Indian dosa and noodle soups."

Reviewed on 28 February 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach
5 out of 5
99 Muen-Ngoen Road, Tri-Trang Beach, Patong, Phuket
The price is SAR 1,314 per night from Mar 21 to Mar 22
SAR 1,314
SAR 1,559 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Mar - 22 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Patong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent service"

Reviewed on 27 February 2025

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach
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HOMA Phuket Town
HOMA Phuket Town
4 out of 5
3/41 Moo 5, Soi Samkong 1, Ratsada, Phuket
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Ratsada. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Patong Beach and Jungceylon ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (57 reviews)
"We asked for coffee 4 times and We were told we would get it but then we did ot. The last time the counter person told us unless we opt in for a room cleaning we will not get more coffee. We were trying to save them from having to clean our room each day but that was the only we apparently we can ..."

Reviewed on 24 February 2025

HOMA Phuket Town
The View Phuket
The View Phuket
4 out of 5
78/7 Patak Road, Karon, Phuket
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly villa in Karon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (142 reviews)
"This stay was phenomenal. The villa is incredible and has an unreal view of the city. The staff is lovely, and the amenities are great. My only feedback would be paying for electricity - a bit ridiculous and expensive, be aware. Other than that, wouldn’t change a thing. Thank you for a lovely ..."

Reviewed on 22 February 2025

The View Phuket
Panorama Samui Residences
Panorama Samui Residences
4 out of 5
79/7 Bang Por Soi 4 Moo 6 Maenam, Koh Samui, Suratthani
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Nathon Pier and Fisherman's Village ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Great view"

Reviewed on 1 February 2025

Panorama Samui Residences
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Popular places to visit

Ao Phra Nang Beach which includes a beach, mountains and general coastal views

Ao Nang Beach

4.5/5(372 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Ao Nang Beach, a popular beach in Krabi.

Ao Nang Beach
Kata Beach

Kata Beach

4.5/5(297 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Kata Beach, a popular beach in Kata. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Kata Beach
Karon Beach

Karon Beach

4.5/5(580 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Karon Beach, a popular beach in Karon. Amble around this quaint area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.

Karon Beach
Patong Beach showing off road driving, a sunset and a sandy beach

Patong Beach

4/5(1,226 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Patong Beach, a popular beach in Patong. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Patong Beach
Chaweng Beach

Chaweng Beach

4/5(189 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Chaweng Beach, a popular beach in Bophut. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Chaweng Beach
Kamala Beach showing a luxury hotel or resort, a beach and tropical scenes

Kamala Beach

4.5/5(422 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Kamala Beach, a popular beach in Kamala. Wander the seaside in this family-friendly area.

Kamala Beach